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Another word for mission

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• noun (Context 1)

An important assignment or task, especially one that involves travel for military, political, scientific, or diplomatic purposes.

Usage Example

"The astronauts meticulously trained for their six-month assignment to the International Space Station."

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assignment
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task
undertaking
expedition

• noun (Context 2)

A strongly felt aim, ambition, or calling; a core purpose or objective in life or business.

Usage Example

"Her life's goal is to ensure that remote communities have access to clean and safe drinking water."

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goal
purpose
calling
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ambition
vocation

• noun (Context 3)

An organization, establishment, or expedition dedicated to spreading a religion or providing charitable services in a specific area.

Usage Example

"The historical Spanish ministry in California served as both a religious center and an agricultural hub during the eighteenth century."

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ministry
charity

Opposites of mission

Looking for antonyms? The opposite of mission varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:

apathy
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Mission. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/mission
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